Cotopaxi and Quilotoa Volcanoes, Private Tour, From Quito, + Lunch
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From Quito, visit Cotopaxi National Park and Quilotoa Lagoon on a private full-day excursion that includes a bilingual guide, private transportation, lunch, and a flexible pace. Know the Limpiopungo lagoon and the Cotopaxi Visitor Center, pass through Andean towns like Pujilí, Tigua, and Zumbahua, and behold the emerald green volcanic waters of the Quilotoa lagoon.
Your experience
Stop 1
Cotopaxi National Park is a protected area in Ecuador. The Cotopaxi volcano, an almost perfect snow cone that stands at an altitude of 5,897 meters, is something unique on the planet.
Stop 2
Cotopaxi Lagoon National Park The Cotopaxi National Park is home to some lake systems such as: Limpiopungo Lagoon. From the Lagoon it is possible to observe the traces left by the ancient volcanic eruptions of the majestic Cotopaxi; same activity that has given rise to the formation of the Limpiopungo Lagoon.
Stop 3
All information about Cotopaxi National Park is available at the Interpretation Center, which is better known as the Park Museum. It features showrooms, a souvenir shop and a café.
Stop 4
During the tour we will cross Andean villages such as Pujilí, Tigua and Zumbahua, communities of strong indigenous heritage Panzaleo, with roots dating back to Inca times. These towns stand out for their ancestral traditions, their authentic daily life and the landscapes that reflect the living history of the Ecuadorian mountains, bringing a valuable cultural component to this natural experience.
Stop 5
The Quilotoa is one of the 15 most beautiful lagoons of volcanic origin in the world, due to its emerald green color, of variable tones due to its dissolved minerals in its waters.
What’s included
- Private transportation
- Accident insurance
- Bottled water
- Entrance/Entrance: Cotopaxi National Park
- Lunch
- Entrance/Entrance: Quilotoa Lagoon
- Bilingual tour guide
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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